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Join us at an Open Day at Bangor University

Choosing a university isn't just about a course. An Open Day is your chance to explore Bangor for yourself - walk around the campus, step inside our accommodation, find your favourite spot in the library, and meet the people who make Bangor what it is. We hope you can visit us and can’t wait to welcome you here.

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Who should attend an Open Day?

  • Prospective undergraduate students, including mature students
  • Parents, carers and supporters

Prospective Postgraduate students should attend the Postgraduate Event on Saturday, 28 November 2026.

Why visit Bangor University in person?

Some of your most important questions can't be answered by a website.

  • Can you imagine yourself living here?
  • Which student village feels right for you?
  • What are the students and academics like?
  • Can you see yourself becoming part of the Bangor student community?

Our Open Day gives you the opportunity to answer these questions for yourself. By the end of the day, you'll have a clearer picture of what it's like to study at Bangor and whether it's the right place for you.

What can you do at an Open Day?

  • Visit our accommodation, look around communal spaces and see where you could be living.
  • Meet current students and ask questions about student life, studying in Bangor, accommodation, societies and making friends.
  • Chat with academics to find out more about your Subject Area, course content, teaching, placements and career opportunities.
  • Discover your learning spaces - see lecture theatres, specialist facilities, the library and study areas used by students every day.
  • Attend presentations on topics such as student life and finance
  • Experience campus life - go for lunch or a coffee on campus and see what life is like beyond the classroom.
  • Explore Bangor walk around the city, visit the surrounding area and discover why so many students choose to call Bangor home.

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Two students walking away from the Main Arts Building

Contact us about the Open Day

Please let us know beforehand by emailing openday@bangor.ac.uk if you or anyone in your party has a disability or mobility problems so that we can make any necessary arrangements.

If for any reason you are unable to attend any of the Open Day dates and would like to arrange an individual visit to the University please email openday@bangor.ac.uk.

Top Open Day FAQs

  • Bangor University Open Days are for prospective undergraduate students including mature students.
  • Parents, carers, supporters are also welcome to attend.

Prospective Postgraduate students should attend the Postgraduate Event on Saturday, 28 November 2026.

No, you do not need to have applied to Bangor University to attend an Open Day. Open Days are designed to help you explore your options and decide whether Bangor University is the right choice for you.

Yes, parents, carers and supporters are welcome to attend Bangor University Open Days. Only the person who intends on attending University needs to book their place at the Open Day. However, please let us know beforehand by emailing openday@bangor.ac.uk if anyone in your party has a disability or mobility problems so that we can make any necessary arrangements.

Yes, please book your place to attend a Bangor University Open Day. Other members of your party does not need to book to attend.

Book your place

If for any reason you are unable to attend any of the Open Day dates and would like to arrange an individual visit to the University please email openday@bangor.ac.uk.

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Visitors to the Open Day taking a selfie on the terrace

Parents, Carers and Supporters are welcome at the Open Day

We welcome parents and supporters to our Open Days and you don't need a separate booking. Our Open Day will give you the information and reassurance you need to feel confident about your child's university journey.

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Do you have a question about life as a Bangor University student? Our ambassadors will be happy to help you find the answer.

They can tell you more about studying here, about the amazing Clubs and Societies we have, and how they made friends and settled in to life at university. 

Chat to current students

If you have any questions about our courses, our lecturers are on hand to help. Below are some examples of frequently asked questions. Can you think of any more?

  • What are the qualities of a successful student in this subject at Bangor?
  • How can I prepare myself to study this subject at Bangor?
  • How will I know that this subject at Bangor is the right choice for me?

Chat to a lecturer